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Job Summary: We are seeking a seasoned logistics professional to lead our Logistics Division . As the Logistics AM/Manager , you will be responsible for strategizing, planning, and executing the efficient transportation of Steel, Bitumen, and other commodities from our suppliers. Your primary focus will be on optimizing logistics costs and transit times, coordinating with suppliers, planning daily dispatch, procuring and optimizing freight, and ensuring overall supply efficiency. This role requires strong leadership, coordination with multiple stakeholders, and the ability to drive operational excellence in a dynamic supply chain environment. Looking for the candidate from trading house & must have experience in Ferrous & Non-ferrous. Key Responsibilities: 1. Procurement & Sourcing Logistics Plan and execute logistics for back-to-back procurement and sales with manufacturers and distributors, leveraging trailers, trucks, and tankers with a pan-India network. Procure cost-effective freight rates from multiple transporters for material movement. Work closely with sourcing and sales teams to align procurement with order fulfilment Manage logistics for TMT Bars, Structural Steel, and other steel products across multiple geographies using an extensive pan-India network of trailers, trucks, and tankers. 2. Multi-Location Transport & Distribution Management Work with multiple transporters and distributors across procurement hubs/warehouses of suppliers. Plan daily dispatches based on real-time sales orders and ensure just-in-time deliveries. Optimize logistics between steel plants, distributors, and customers. Arrange trucks/trailers for both bulk and retail orders to meet delivery timelines. Monitor daily billings, process e-way bills, and prepare daily P&L reports. 3. Freight Negotiation & Cost Control Finalize freight rates and terms with transporters to achieve competitive pricing and ensure minimal dead freight. Negotiate rates with transporters for both plant pick-ups and distributor dispatches on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis. Ensure optimal truck utilization to minimize logistics costs and increase profitability. Conduct monthly freight cost analysis for sales and stock transfers, identifying root causes of freight cost increases and implementing SOPs for cost reduction. 4. Reports, Operational SOPs, Compliance & Documentation Prepare daily MIS Develop and implement SOPs for procurement, storage, bill passing, delivery orders, and transport logistics. Ensure smooth execution of logistics with minimal delays and discrepancies. Maintain complete documentation for timely movements, including invoices, e-way bills, and transporter bills. Ensure all compliance, documentation, and legal requirements are met for transportation and procurement. Manage transporter bill payments, reconcile freight costs, and maintain transporter ledgers. 5. Stakeholder Coordination & Performance Monitoring Work closely with the sales team to understand demand and execute logistics accordingly. Coordinate with distributors, steel plants, and transporters to streamline supply chain execution. Monitor transporter performance, resolve delivery issues, and optimize turnaround time (TAT). Optimize vehicle usage on different routes to improve sectional TAT. Utilize technology and real-time tracking to enhance supply chain visibility. Maintain and prepare MIS reports for pending orders, stock levels, and product margins. 6. Planning Develop and implement strategic logistics plans to optimize procurement, transportation, and distribution efficiency. Forecast material movement requirements based on sales trends, seasonal demand, and supplier capabilities. Plan fleet and route allocations to minimize transit time and costs while ensuring timely deliveries. Collaborate with sales, sourcing, and operations teams to align logistics planning with business goals. Leverage data analytics and market insights to anticipate challenges and proactively adjust supply chain strategies. Key Skills & Requirements: Experience in Logistics & Supply Chain Management particularly of trailers tankers, and trucks having a pan-Indian network. Pan-India network with transporters, plant suppliers, and distributors. Expertise in freight negotiations, bulk logistics, and distributor coordination. Ability to optimize logistics costs, manage multi-location supply chains, and improve turnaround times. Proficiency in ERP, logistics tracking software, and Excel-based cost analysis. Preferred Qualifications : Education: Bachelor's/master’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, or a related field. Experience: 10 years in Logistics / Procurement / Freight Negotiations. Interested candidates can send their resume at divya.manhas@brick2wall.com Show more Show less
